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Review of Naked Lunch (1991) by Michelle R — 20 Aug 2012

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Strangest movie ever made, nothing will ever come close.

This review of Naked Lunch (1991) was written by Michelle R on 20 Aug 2012.

Naked Lunch has generally received positive reviews.

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